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Kodak Black

Kodak Black is an American rapper from Pompano Beach, Florida.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kodak Black is an American rapper from Pompano Beach, Florida. Born Dieuson Octave and later legally known as Bill Kahan Kapri, he became known for his mixtapes and charting singles in hip-hop and trap music.

Early life

Kodak Black was born Dieuson Octave in Pompano Beach, Florida, on June 11, 1997. Sources describe him as being raised by his mother and note his Haitian family background.

Music career

He began rapping at a young age and drew wider attention through early releases such as "No Flockin" and later mixtapes. He signed with Atlantic Records and built a mainstream career through charting albums and singles.

Style and genre

Kodak Black is associated mainly with hip-hop and trap. Sources also describe his music as part of the broader rap and mumble rap scene.

Public profile

Alongside his music career, Kodak Black has been frequently covered for legal issues and public controversies. These topics are part of his public biography in many reference sources.

Key facts

  • Kodak Black is an American rapper from Pompano Beach, Florida.
  • He first gained attention with the 2014 single "No Flockin".
  • His debut studio album, "Painting Pictures," was released in 2017 and reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
  • He is of Haitian descent and has been active as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
  • His music is primarily in the hip-hop and trap genres.
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Canadian context

Kodak Black has relevance for Canadian readers as an internationally known American hip-hop artist whose music has circulated widely in Canada through streaming, radio, and touring coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is Kodak Black's real name?
His birth name is Dieuson Octave; he later used the legal name Bill Kahan Kapri.
Where is Kodak Black from?
He is from Pompano Beach, Florida, in the United States.
What kind of music does Kodak Black make?
He is mainly a hip-hop and trap rapper, and is also credited as a singer and songwriter.
What was Kodak Black's breakout song?
Sources commonly point to "No Flockin" as the release that first brought him major attention.
What is Kodak Black's debut studio album?
His debut studio album was "Painting Pictures," released in 2017.

References

  1. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak_Black
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and identification as an American rapper.
  2. Polish Wikipedia — https://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak_Black
    Supports: Early recognition through "No Flockin" and birth details including birthplace and Haitian family background.
  3. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak_Black
    Supports: Occupation, genres, birth name, birthplace, and stage name.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/kodak-black/
    Supports: Birth details, early career, Atlantic Records signing, and debut album "Painting Pictures" reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
  5. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak_Black
    Supports: Birth name, legal name change, and description as a U.S.-Haitian rapper.